1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2002 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 801 kg more than 2002 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Bitter | Smart |
| Model | Diplomat | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
